Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., South Broward Alumnae Chapter

DELTA GEMS APPLICATION COVER LETTER

The Delta GEMS (Growing and Empowering Myself Successfully) is a program that focuses on African-American teenage girls between the ages of 14 - 18 in grades 9 - 12.

Delta GEMS is designed for:

  • Young ladies who have potential, but need guidance, support and skills to achieve success
  • Young ladies who are interested in developing leadership skills
  • Young ladies who are actively pursuing college/and or career options
  • Young ladies who need encouragement and support in pursuit of higher learning

The objective of the Delta GEMS of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., South Broward Alumnae Chapter is to serve as a mentoringprogram with a focus on programs and activities to sharpen and enhance the skills of young African-American female teenagers by:

  • Promoting high levels of academic success;
  • Developing strong, confident, compassionate and community-minded young women; and
  • Emphasizing decision-making, goal setting and planning for the high school years and beyond.

The program and activities of the Delta GEMS will be accomplished through regular monthlyinteractive learning workshops, programs and activities from September 2015 through June 2016, usually held on the 3rd Saturday of the month at Broward College - South Campus, 7200 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. In addition, there will be opportunities for Delta GEMS participants to earn community service hours, receive scholarships and take field trips.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., South Broward Alumnae Chapter is accepting applicationsforthe Delta GEMS program for interested girls ages 14-18 in grades 9 -12 in the upcoming 2015- 2016 school year. The requirements for participation in the Delta GEMS program include completion of the applicationand allprogram forms by the parent/guardian on/or before September 19, 2015. Please note there are no Fees required for participation in the Delta GEMS, however transportation to and from meetings must be provided by the parent(s)/guardian. The GEMS program runs from September to May. Spaces are limited. Applications postmarked by June 30, 2015 will be given priority.

Prospective GEMS accepted into the Delta GEMS program and their parent/guardian will receive an email with additionalprogram forms that must be completed prior to participation. The Delta GEMS Kick-off/Orientation Meeting is scheduled for Saturday,September 19, 2015, at 10:00 A.M. All GEMS and their parents/guardians are required to attend. ALL APPLICATIONS AND FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED AND RECEIVED BY THE SOUTH BROWARD ALUMNAE CHAPTER ON/OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 19, 2015. Acceptance and/or dismissal regarding the SBAC GEMS program are at the sole discretion of South Broward Alumnae Chapter. For questions or additional information, please email or call 954.303.3585.

GrowingandEmpoweringMyselfSuccessfully

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DELTA GEMS APPLICATION 2015/2016

APPLICATION CHECK LIST:

☐COMPLETE APPLICATION (Signed and dated)

☐LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION (Enclosed in a sealed envelope)

☐COPY OF MOST RECENT REPORT CARD (attached to application)

PLEASE MAIL TO: DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

SOUTH BROWARD ALUMNAE CHAPTER

ATTN: DELTA GEMS

P. O. BOX 82-3404

PEMBROKE PINES, FLORIDA 33082-3404

Applications postmarked by June 30, 2015 will be given priority.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Please complete this application and print:

Last Name: First Name: Date of Birth:

Mailing Address: City: Zip Code:

E-mail Address:

Home Phone: Cell Phone: Current Age:

Shirt Size:Women’s T-shirt/Polo Shirt (circle one) S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Name of School in 2015-2016:


Grade Level in 2015-2016:

Strongest Academic Subject: Weakest Academic Subject:

Honors & Awards (including Honors/AP Classes)

Career Goal:

PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Mother’s Name: Father’sName:

Guardian’s Name:

Home Phone Number: Best time to call: Morning Afternoon Evening

Mother’s Work Number: Cell Phone Number:

Father’s Work Number: Cell Phone Number:

Guardian Work Number: Cell Phone Number:

E-mail: ______

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION

A letter of recommendation typed on letterhead and enclosed in a sealed envelope is required. The letter should be written by a non-related professional person who can comment on how you would benefit from participation in a teen development program. Examples of non-related professionals include, but are not limited to: a community leader or activist, employer, teacher, counselor, pastor, mentor, club advisor, church group leader, a member of a sorority or fraternity, etc.

Please include the Letter of Recommendation in a sealed envelope with this application package.

REPORT CARD

Please attach the following required document: Copy of most recent report card

I affirm that all statements made in this application are true.

Signed Date:

(Applicant Signature)

Signed Date:

(Parent/Guardian Signatrue)